Paulding County BOC Work Session (05/26/2026)

The Paulding County Board of Commissioners held a work session on May 26, 2026, primarily focused on community concerns regarding proposed data center developments within the county. Several residents expressed opposition to data centers due to potential negative impacts on local infrastructure, water resources, noise, light pollution, property values, and the rural character of the area. Speakers urged the board to enforce stricter zoning and environmental regulations, including revisiting the Technology Park Overlay District (TPOD) code to impose greater buffers, sound and light standards, and water usage restrictions. The board discussed transparency efforts and ongoing studies related to data centers but no formal procurement decisions, contract awards, or budget allocations were made during this meeting. The session also included a presentation on a new high-tech crosswalk project near local schools, highlighting county infrastructure improvements.